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Kick off the Lunar New Year as Celebrate Lunar returns to Luminary Green Park in Downtown Orlando

  • Writer: Alastair Mac
    Alastair Mac
  • 1 hour ago
  • 2 min read
2026 is the year of the Fire Horse, and you can join the celebrations as Orlando's Premier Lunar New Year Festival returns to downtown.

A vibrant red lion dance entertains a joyful crowd in a sunny, urban park setting. People take photos and watch excitedly. Celebrate Lunar festival at Luminary Green Park in Downtown Orlando

Get ready to kick off the Lunar New Year as the 5th annual Celebrate Lunar Festival returns to Orlando.


Join over 7,000 friends and neighbors on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Luminary Green Park in Downtown Orlando for the 5th anniversary of Celebrate Lunar, Central Florida’s most beloved Lunar New Year festival at Luminary Green Park in Orlando’s Creative Village.


People in red costumes, holding a dragon, pose by large "ORLANDO" letters. Bright sunny day, urban backdrop, festive mood. Celebrate Lunar festival at Luminary Green Park in Downtown Orlando

Celebrate Lunar is a fusion of Asia’s rich traditions and modern flair. Enjoy a vibrant fusion of tradition and modern flair—authentic dishes from top Orlando chefs representing China, Korea, Vietnam, the Philippines, Japan, Thailand, Cambodia, and more.


Explore unique vendor booths, take in traditional lion dances, and experience captivating cultural performances throughout the day.




At 5 pm, the energy peaks with Dynasty of Dance, a heart-pounding hip-hop battle featuring top talent from across the city and nation. Celebrate Lunar is a cornerstone of the Heritage & Hope mission, created in partnership with local high school Asian American clubs to help students thrive, lead, and showcase their culture.


Performser and artists taking part in this years festival include Moon Veil K-Pop, Rising Sun Dance Ensemble, Orlando Taiko Dojo, Orlando Urban Beats Street Dance Club, Dynamics Lion Dance Team, Orlando Hanfu Club, Wah Lum Kung Fu Temp, and many more.


General Admission:

$15 General (11+)

$7 Kids (10 and under)

$175 VIP Experience


For more information: https://celebratelunar.com.



Lion dancers in vibrant red, yellow, and blue costumes perform outdoors. Crowd watches against a backdrop of modern buildings and palm trees. Celebrate Lunar festival at Luminary Green Park in Downtown Orlando

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